PFF: Raiders RB Jalen Richard ranks among top 10 receiving backs

As the Raiders enter their third preseason game, they are still trying to establish who will be the back up for running back Marshawn Lynch. If Jalen Richard can keep impressing as a receiver as he has through Oakland’s two first preseason games, he has a chance to return to his role last season as Lynch’s back up.

Coming into this season, fans were unsure where Richard would land on the roster and if he would even have a spot on the team after his eight fumbles in 2017.

The Raiders have a crowded backfield with running backs Lynch, Richard, DeAndre Washington, undrafted rookie Chris Warren and veteran Doug Martin all competing for a spot.

All backs have experience in the passing games although none have looked as good as Washington and Richard. But with Washington sidelined with an injury for the preseason, Richard has a great chance to play in a big role for Oakland this offseason, especially on third and long situations.

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